Sr R&D Associate

Our client, in consumer packaged cleaning goods industry is seeking a Sr R&D Associate to join their team. The ideal candidate will have product formulation, CPG, project management, and team lead skills which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Sr R&D Associate

Location: Montvale, NJ (Hybrid: 4 days onsite per week)

Contract: 1 Year (extension possible)

Pay Range: $51 - $61 hourly

What’s the Job?

• Lead technical product development and innovation projects for wet wipes and non-woven products from concept through commercialization.
• Apply expertise in non-woven materials, substrate technologies, and product formulation to develop new products and consumer-focused solutions.
• Drive innovation by identifying business challenges and recommending novel technologies, materials, and product improvements.
• Manage multiple development projects simultaneously, partnering cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to achieve project milestones.
• Develop technical strategies, mentor team members, and help prioritize resources to support both short-term objectives and long-term innovation goals.

What’s Needed?

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with up to 8 years of relevant wipes/non-wovens experience, or Master's degree with up to 5 years, or PhD with up to 3 years of relevant surface care experience.
• Proven success leading technical product development projects within the wipes, non-wovens, or related consumer products industry.
• Experience with wet wipes technologies, substrate development, and/or product formulation; familiarity with regulatory requirements (EPA, BPD, etc.) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle, from concept ideation through commercialization, with demonstrated project management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities, with a results-driven and adaptable mindset.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including team lead (5-7 people).

What’s in it for me?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k options
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Consultant Care support
• Free Training to upgrade your skills
• Dedicated Career Partner to help you achieve your career goals

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!